FP&A Analyst

Job Title: FP&A Analyst Location: Dubai, UAE Reports To: Head of Finance/CFO Employment Type: Full-time Role Summary: The FP&A Analyst is a commercially minded finance professional responsible for financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis across the business. This role provides high-quality financial insights to support management decision-making, working closely with the Financial Controller, Head of Finance, and senior stakeholders to translate financial data into actionable insights that drive growth, profitability, and cash flow management in a fast-paced, multi-jurisdictional environment. Key Responsibilities: Financial Planning and Forecasting Support the preparation of annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial plans (including 5-year business plan) Maintain and enhance financial models to assess business performance, growth initiatives, and cost efficiency Track actual performance against budget and forecast, identifying risks and opportunities Provide variance analysis and commentary to support strategic planning decisions Management Reporting and Analysis Prepare monthly performance packs including: Revenue and margin analysis Cost base analysis (headcount, commissions, overheads) EBITDA and cash flow drivers Perform detailed variance analysis and provide clear explanations for movements versus budget and prior periods Support ad-hoc financial analysis requests from senior management Develop and maintain management reporting dashboards and templates Commercial and Business Partnering Act as a finance business partner to operational teams, providing financial insight to support decision-making Analyse supplier agreements, commission structures, and profitability by product type, client, or region Support commercial evaluations and business case development for new initiatives Provide financial perspective on operational decisions and strategic priorities Cash Flow and Working Capital Management Assist with cash flow forecasting, including short-term liquidity planning Monitor key working capital and financial metrics including receivables, payables, commission timing, EBITDA to cash conversion, and net debt ratio Highlight potential cash risks and support mitigation planning Support working capital optimization initiatives Data, Systems and Process Improvements Improve financial models, reporting templates, and dashboards to increase automation and insight Work closely with the Head of Finance to enhance financial reporting tools, data quality and reporting insights Support implementation and optimization of finance systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, Power BI, Excel models) Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy Maintain data integrity and quality across all financial reporting systems Stakeholder Support and Communication Prepare clear and concise financial commentary suitable for non-finance stakeholders Support senior leadership with board-level analysis and presentation materials as needed Translate complex financial information into accessible insights for diverse audiences Build strong working relationships across departments to support effective business partnering Candidate Profile: Experience and Qualification Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent); or Strong FP&A experience with demonstrated intent to pursue professional qualification Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field Minimum 2-4 years of progressive finance experience, preferably in FP&A or management accounting Experience working in a fast-growing, dynamic organization with changing priorities Prior FP&A experience in a multi-entity or international environment (desirable) Experience with commission-based revenue models (desirable) Key Skills and Competencies Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities with strong analytical and data interpretation skills Commercial acumen and ability to provide pragmatic, business-focused financial advice Excellent communication skills with ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders Strong attention to detail and accuracy with ability to meet tight deadlines in fast-paced environment Proactive, self-motivated approach with ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently Collaborative team player with strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities Proficiency in financial systems (Sage Intacct or similar) and reporting tools (Power BI desirable) High level of integrity, professional ethics, and discretion in handling confidential information